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Marvelous San Francisco Museums
As anyone who has ever stepped foot in San Francisco can tell you, the city is a treasure trove of cultural delights. You can hardly walk a block without running into a bookstore, café, art gallery, or music venue. From the Beat Generation to LGBT activism, the Bay Area has called itself home to some of the most important and landscape-shifting movements, and this history has imprinted itself on every doorpost and street corner, from Haight-Ashbury to Fisherman’s Wharf.
New Year’s Eve in San Francisco
Most of us are not the Rockefellers: we don’t have copious amounts of money to throw into our leisure time, and we are always looking for ways to enjoy ourselves without dropping below the poverty level. This attitude definitely can put a damper on your vacation, but it doesn’t have to. San Francisco in particular has a wealth of activities for those without recourse to a Silicon Valley bank account. In fact, the Bay Area is a host to some fantastic events that cost precisely zero dollars. What makes these activities even more wonderful is that they are unusual, off the beaten track, and will take you to places that you never knew existed.
Christmas in San Francisco
Weekends in San Francisco can be daunting. Being surrounded by so much activity, sound, and commotion can often leave people feeling adrift in a wide and churning sea. Where do you begin? How can you choose what to do from the seemingly countless options splayed out before you? Admittedly, a comprehensive breakdown of the various concerts, festivals, films, plays, and other “can’t miss” events would almost be as pointlessly complex to navigate as having no list at all, so we won’t inundate you with a comprehensive weekend guide. What we will do is give you a starting point, something to whet your appetite and give you a few solid options to get you out the door and on the way to a fantastic weekend.
San Francisco Thanksgiving Events
Thanksgiving is one of people’s favorite holidays, because it is not centered on giving gifts and exchanging presents. It is one of the few holidays where we simply celebrate togetherness, charity, and giving thanks for all the good things in our lives. Here are some events in San Francisco that will bring out the best in all of us, by either sharing time with family and friends, or by giving our time to those in need.
Best Places to Shop on Black Friday in San Francisco
San Francisco is filled with great places to shop, but you may be wanting to find something off the beaten path. Consider bypassing the big box stores and malls, and try these destinations and events for a little something different.
The Haunted Chambers Mansion Tour
The Chambers Mansion was originally built in 1887 by Richard Craig Chambers, who had made millions in the Utah silver industry before migrating to San Francisco. Some say that Mr. Chambers had ghostly visits from dead family members, who helped guide him in business, industry, and even how to design the house. Without their guidance, they say he wouldn’t have been successful.
Halloween Parties in San Francisco 2014
There are several Halloween parties throughout San Francisco, and with the holiday falling on a Friday night this year, things are sure to be wild. Here is a list of a variety of Halloween parties, gatherings and other events happening in the Bay Area.
Five Spooky Attractions in San Francisco
San Francisco is rich with history, and many of these places are said to house ghosts, specters and other haunts. Here are five great destinations for visitors and locals to visit during this Halloween season.
Getting Around the San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco International Airport is a 10 mile drive from downtown, located near San Bruno and Millbrae. It is one of the busiest airports in America, and offers several international flights to Europe and Asia. Its abbreviation is SFO, and it has four runways, the longest being almost 12,000 feet. There are four terminals, 1, 2, 3, and International, along with a total of seven concourses that are in a large circle and range from A-G.
Marin Headlands
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Marin Headlands are one of the top-rated attractions in the San Francisco Bay area. It is a unique destination that offers visitors glorious views of the ocean, and an array of hiking trails and other outdoor amenities. There are amazing blankets of wildflowers that appear each spring, and it is a natural way station for nearly 20,000 migratory raptors during the autumn. From the coastal beach to the majestic headlands, there is something always new and exciting for nature lovers to enjoy.
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